This text is based on an article published on the Harvard Business Review website.
Vaguely defining goals and responsibilities
The first, fundamental problem your team may be facing is unclear roles, unclear responsibilities and insufficient definition of the team's goals. In this case, individual team members do not know what is being asked of them or what you as a team are actually trying to achieve. Be clear about what you want from your employees and define clear goals and priorities for the team as a whole.
Little employee enthusiasm for a shared vision
Workers may lack motivation due to a lack of enthusiasm for the shared vision. Or even because any shared vision of the team is completely absent. Make sure everyone is aligned with your team's values and goals, and enthuse your subordinates for a shared vision.
An unhealthy or downright toxic work environment
As a manager, it is your job to ensure all employees feel comfortable and the workplace is a safe and inspiring environment. If, for whatever reason, the atmosphere is unhealthy or even toxic, this will definitely take a toll on the team's productivity and later on employee satisfaction and turnover.
Poor communication processes within the team
One of the key tasks of a manager is to set up transparent and effective communication processes in the team. If employees do not know how to use the communication tools, or the processes do not meet the team's needs, this is a major obstacle to the work of the team as a whole.
Neglected or ignored feedback from workers to you
Maybe your subordinates have a major concern, but you do not know about it because you are not getting consistent feedback from them. Always seek feedback from your employees and ask them about what is bothering them and what they would like to change.
Lack of self-initiative and space for autonomous work by rank-and-file staff
Employees who feel pressured and are micromanaged can never be productive. If you don't allow workers enough space to work independently and use their own initiative, they will become frustrated and not fulfil their work potential.
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